Public Records & Compliance Specialist

Pend Oreille, County WA; Newport Township (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized employee medical insurance

Dependent dental, vision, and medical

Washington State retirement pension

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

12 company-paid holidays

Job summary

Pend Oreille County is seeking a Public Records Specialist to coordinate and manage public records requests in accordance with the Washington State Public Records Act, serving as a central contact for processing complex and sensitive requests across county departments.

The role requires specialized technical knowledge, independent judgment, and strict adherence to county policies and legal mandates, with on-site work and a standard office schedule.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, speak, and write English effectively.
• Requires two years of experience in coordinating or administering public disclosure activities, records management systems, or a closely related field.
• Certificates in Records Management or paralegal studies preferred.
• Must successfully pass a background and driving record check and a CJIS-required security background check and complete fingerprinting.

Responsibilities

• Coordination and management of public records requests in accordance with the Washington State Public Records Act.
• Serve as central contact for processing complex and sensitive requests across County departments.
• Operate under the direction of the Public Records Officer with independent judgment and adherence to policies and mandates.

Skills

2 years experience in coordinating

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certificates in Records Management or paralegal studies preferred

Job description

Pend Oreille County is seeking a Public Records Specialist to coordinate and manage public records requests in accordance with the Washington State Public Records Act, serving as a central contact for processing complex and sensitive requests across county departments.

The role requires specialized technical knowledge, independent judgment, and strict adherence to county policies and legal mandates, with on-site work and a standard office schedule.